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The name Jeanette is of French origin and is a variation of the name Jeannette, which is a diminutive form of the name Jeanne. Jeanne is the French form of the name Joan, which means "God is gracious."The name Jeanette became a popular name in the 19th century and was commonly given as a middle name to honor St. Jeanne d'Arc, also known as Joan of Arc, a French national heroine who became a martyr and a saint.Famous bearers of the name Jeanette include American actress Jeanette MacDonald, French singer Jeanette, and American novelist Jeanette Winterson.

The name Jeanette is popular in the United States, France, and Canada.

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